Ellie Leach fights tears and tells Vito 'sorry' after Strictly final routine
Ellie Leach was left teary during the 2023 Strictly Come Dancing final on Saturday evening, after an unfortunate mistake in a routine.
The duo battled it out to win the series, putting everything they had into their performances. Coronation Street star Ellie took on actor Layton Williams and EastEnders star Bobby Brazier in the live final, with pro dancer Vito up against fellow pros Nikita Kuzmin and Dianne Buswell.
Each couple were determined to win that Glitterball Trophy, and Ellie and Vito certainly came to win. But during yet another incredible performance from Ellie and Vito, a mistake during a risky lift left her tumbling on the dance floor.
Vito managed to stop her falling, and the pair quickly picked things up and carried on. But as it came to an end, Ellie was clearly upset as Vito comforted her, with her repeating "sorry" to him.
He was her telling her numerous times: "It's okay", as she was applauded and even got a standing ovation by the judges. They quickly praised Ellie for giving it a go, as she teared up and admitted it was a "shame" to not fulfil the lift adding the routine "didn't work out".
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Ellie Leach was left teary during the 2023 Strictly Come Dancing final (BBC)Craig Revel Horwood called it "a terrible shame" that it went wrong, but Motsi Mabuse said she deserved praise for the dance and just attempting the lift alone. Shirley Ballas said it was a "difficult routine" with a "tiny hiccup", and they all agreed she should be proud of herself.
As she spoke to host Claudia Winkleman, Ellie fought back tears as her co-stars comforted her, with Vito cheering her up. Viewers at home were quick to offer their support, praising her ahead of the winner reveal.
The mistake didn't stop her chances though, and at the end of the show Ellie was crowned this year's winner. The star and her pro partner Vito cheered as they were crowned this year's winners by hosts Tess Daly and Claudia.
Ellie was lost for words as her name was shouted out, while Vito sobbed as he praised his co-star. Ellie's victory saw her become the youngest winner of the series since it began making show history.
There were tears and cast members were jumping for joy, as the result came in. The usual celebrations were in full swing, as Ellie and Vito lifted the trophy high before being hugged by their co-stars.
Strictly Come Dancing 2023 stars Ellie Leach and Vito Coppola took centre stage (BBC)Speaking about her win, a lost for words Ellie said: "I actually, genuinely cannot believe this," as a sobbing Vito said: "Don't talk to me." An amused Ellie said: "This is the first time I have seen him cry, for once you're crying more than me so this is for you, this is for you."
Vito added: "I mean this is the cherry on the cake… the point of the iceberg, you have been so amazing you are Strictly, you represent Strictly. You are the diamond shining... you are amazing I am so proud."
Viewers raced to social media to praise the pair, glad they won. One fan commented: "I picked Ellie from the start. Well deserved winner." Another said: "Definitely the right winner."
A third added: "Ellie and Vito strictly winners I’m so happy right now." A fourth viewer wrote: "GET IN! The right winners by far," as a fifth said: "So glad Ellie won."
Strictly Come Dancing 2023's live final will air from 7pm on BBC One and BBC iPlayer.* Follow Mirror Celebs and TV on , , , , and .
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